L'écho des mondes is a collaborative concert bringing together the Orchestre Classique de Montréal and Oktoécho as part of the Festival du monde Arabe. The programme draws a bridge between Middle Eastern musical traditions and contemporary orchestral composition, featuring works by composers from the Arab world and beyond.
The centrepiece of the evening is a world premiere by Katia Makdissi-Warren, whose output includes Orient Tango, Double Concerto pour kamanche et kanun, Razzia, Tango sans sang, and a newly created Concerto pour contrebasse. Additional works on the programme include Didem Başar's Kervan, Bechara El-Khoury's Sérénade pour cordes No.4 Op.98, Anthony Rozankovic's Andalous Shoes, and Fazıl Say's Symphonie de chambre Op.62.
Soloists performing on the night include Étienne Lafrance on double bass, Didem Basar on kanun, Binnaz Celik on kamanche, and David Ryshpan on piano. Percussion is handled by Bertil Schulrabe and Joseph Khoury, while conductor Andrei Feher leads the ensemble.
The concert takes place at Salle Pierre-Mercure on November 5 at 19:30 and runs approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, including an intermission.
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L'écho des mondes - Orchestre Classique de Montréal & Oktoécho (Classical Concert).
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Orchestre Classique de Montréal
Orchestre Classique de Montréal is a Canadian orchestra based in Montreal, Quebec, known for performing classical and baroque repertoire as well as championing works by Canadian composers. Under the direction of conductor Jacques Lacombe, the ensemble has presented notable concert series at Salle Pierre-Mercure.
Oktoécho
A Montreal-based music ensemble collaborating with the Orchestre Classique de Montréal on this cross-cultural programme bridging Middle Eastern and contemporary orchestral traditions.
Katia Makdissi-Warren
A composer whose works feature prominently in this programme, including a world premiere concerto for double bass alongside several other pieces blending tango and Middle Eastern musical influences.
Étienne Lafrance
Étienne Lafrance is a Montréal-based creative featured in "L'écho des mondes," a classical concert pairing the Orchestre Classique de Montréal with the ensemble Oktoécho. Visitors can enjoy an evening of orchestral artistry and a distinctly Québécois take on classical music.
Didem Basar
Didem Basar is a creative artist featured in "L'écho des mondes," a classical concert by the Orchestre Classique de Montréal with Oktoécho. Visitors can enjoy an evening where classical tradition meets cross-cultural sounds, making it a memorable highlight of Montréal's vibrant music scene.
Binnaz Celik
Binnaz Celik is among the artists featured in "L'écho des mondes," a classical concert by the Orchestre Classique de Montréal and Oktoécho. Visitors can expect an evening of cross-cultural musical dialogue in Montréal, a city known for its lively classical scene and welcoming concert venues.
David Ryshpan
David Ryshpan is a Montréal-based pianist and composer known for blending jazz, classical, and world influences. At L'écho des mondes, he joins the Orchestre Classique de Montréal and Oktoécho for a concert that crosses musical traditions, offering visitors a vibrant taste of the city's creative spirit.
Bertil Schulrabe
Bertil Schulrabe is among the creative voices featured in "L'écho des mondes," a classical concert in Montréal presented by the Orchestre Classique de Montréal with Oktoécho. Visitors can enjoy an evening of orchestral music in one of Canada's most vibrant cultural cities.
Joseph Khoury
Joseph Khoury is a creative artist featured in "L'écho des mondes," a classical concert pairing the Orchestre Classique de Montréal with Oktoécho. Visitors can expect an evening that bridges musical traditions, a memorable cultural highlight for anyone exploring Montréal's vibrant classical music scene.
Andrei Feher
Andrei Feher serves as conductor leading the Orchestre Classique de Montréal for this tribute concert.
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